Foodstuff preparation device and method

Abstract

A foodstuffs preparation device suitable for preparing breadstuff-based goods, the device comprises a hollow cylindrical tube having an open first end, a second end and a side wall, the side wall defining a tube channel, the first end including a cutting arrangement, the side wall defining an elongate aperture with an anterior end proximal to the first end and a posterior end distal from the first end, wherein the aperture is suitable for the insertion of a foodstuff into the tube channel.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD[0001]The current invention relates to a device and method for preparing a foodstuff, for example, and primarily a breadstuff, and in particular those breadstuffs in the form of a baguette or the like.BACKGROUND[0002]Sandwiches are one of the most popular and widely consumed foodstuffs and are sold, almost ubiquitously, all around the world. Although there is now a multitude of variations, traditionally, sandwiches consist of two slices of bread or alternative breadstuffs, with a sandwich filling enclosed therebetween. However, as all sandwich eaters will have experienced, this configuration has its drawbacks. Firstly, the open design requires the use of two hands to hold the sides of the sandwich and try to prevent its fillings from falling out. This reduces the ability of the eater to perform other activities which require the use of hands, such as computer work or recreational activities such as playing cards or reading.[0003]Second, most sandwiches consist of at l...

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Benefits of technology

The device described in this patent is designed to make it easy to insert breadstuffs into sandwiches. It has a cutting edge that requires minimal force to insert, and an aperture in the side wall that allows the user to access the device and remove the breadstuff. The device also helps create evenly distributed ingredients in the sandwich and allows for different ratios and patterns of fillings to be inserted. Additionally, the device has a cover that can be actuated to push out ingredients from the device. Overall, the device simplifies the process of making a variety of well-made sandwiches.

Problems solved by technology

However, as all sandwich eaters will have experienced, this configuration has its drawbacks.

Firstly, the open design requires the use of two hands to hold the sides of the sandwich and try to prevent its fillings from falling out.

This reduces the ability of the eater to perform other activities which require the use of hands, such as computer work or recreational activities such as playing cards or reading.

Second, most sandwiches consist of at least one fluid or semi-fluid element which can easily leak from the open edges of the sandwich, due to gravity or the pressure created when biting into the sandwich.

Not only does this decrease the quality of the sandwich, which has now altered its ratio of solid to fluid elements, but these fluid elements can also land on clothing or furniture, producing unwanted stains.

Combined, these features limit the sandwich to controlled and often sanitary environments where the risk of spillage can be reduced and is less detrimental should it occur.

Furthermore, in the modern era and the widespread increase in time pressures, the inability to eat on the move without the risk of spilling fluids on one's clothing is a considerable drawback.

However, in biting such sandwiches the increase in pressure almost inevitably causes the filling to be squeezed out of the one cut edge and exit the sandwich.

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